Vol.23 No.14

Sydenham HS Ahead of the Manufacturing Curve

Sydenham High School has been offering Grade 11 & 12 students the opportunity to explore various trades while still in school for many years. The programs themselves continue to evolve and the provincial government has recently announced funding to deliver new advanced machinery to 40 high schools.

In collaboration with the Canadian Tooling & Machining Association (CTMA) and the Ontario Council for Technology Education (OCTE), 22 district school boards will acquire new machinery and offer students certification training to support their career aspirations. The Career-Ready with CTMA: Expanding Opportunities program has been well received, and to date, students have been eager to participate and explore a variety of trades and precision skills.

In the past, schools offered a variety of courses including Automotive, Metal Shop, and Wood Working. However, with the new equipment and funding more intensive programs and specialities are being developed. Students can opt for co-op work placements and work alongside experienced tradespeople, and professionals. Once they complete the program, their diploma is distinguished from the rest with a red seal, certifying their learned and assessed skills and abilities within a specific sector.

The ‘major tech’ credits in the Specialist High Skilled Major (SHSM) program help establish a background in a specified manufacturing sector and students can explore their various passions and skills in a safe and informative environment.

Sydenham is one of only two schools

in the Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston provincial riding, along with Carleton Place High School, that are receiving a CNC milling machine courtesy of the CTMA. CNC (Computerised Numerical Control) machines which can be pre-programmed to do complex work.

The SHS students work closely with the instructor to understand the design and programming elements of this high-tech machine.

The CTMA noted in their press release that their “goal is to expose high school students to technology at an earlier age to engage their interest for a career within our industry,” said Robert Cattle, CTMA executive director. “Not only does this expose students to newer technology at an earlier age, but also gives teachers up-todate equipment to implement in their classroom.” The machines vary and include CNC milling centres, and plasma cutters, to CNC desktop milling machines, high precision conventional milling machines and lathes with readouts. Each school will also receive tool kits and cutting tools, to help support their program, as noted on the press release.

The OCTE past chair, Dave Lewis, noted that “this exciting partnership is providing much-needed support for our manufacturing technology high school programs and will go a long way in reducing the skilled trades gap in this important industry.” There is also an incentive for employers to support this training as they could receive a wage subsidy of 50% of wages paid, up to $5000.00 per student placement.

Along with the hands-on training, Lime-

Cloyne Big Chair

Tammy Whitelock moved to North Frontenac three years ago with her husband and grandson. Since then, she has become settled in the community, made new friends, and joined the Lions Club.

And when she first moved to the area, her grandson was taken with the Big Chair in Cloyne. Built and installed in 1989 by Richard (Dick) and Olive Hook, the Big Chair was originally installed in front of the store they operated, the Lazy Days Gift Shop, north of the village on Hwy. 41.

According to an account by Ken Hook, their intention was to create a tourist attraction.

It worked. Thousands of people stopped by each year, climbed up the chair and took pictures. The chair was maintained by the Hooks, and every year, Olive Hook used a gallon of primer and a gallon of paint to carefully repaint the chair to keep it looking fresh and white.

When the gift shop closed, the chair was sold to Rose and Morris (Mo) McFadden who operated Cloyne Village Foods, and it was moved into Cloyne.

Cloyne Village Foods eventually closed and is now the Cloyne Shell Station and General Store. The years were not kind to the Big Chair, however, and while it was still in place, it had lost much of its lustre over the last ten years or so.

Then, last May, it was a casualty of the Derecho.

This is where Tammy Whitelock comes in.

“My grandson was really sad that the chair wasn't there any more, and I began thinking that maybe it can be rebuilt. I reached out to the mayor of North Frontenac, at the time, and

stone District students are provided the opportunity to certify online in various certification courses and sessions, that offer them a step up when seeking employment. Other areas are Hospitality & Tourism, where students can participate in the food service industry in their local cafeteria, gaining valuable experience in safe food handling, customer service, and costing.

Brian Moelker, Department Head of Technology and Co-op, said that he currently has 30 students enrolled in the program, and he is working hard to continue to add elements to the training that directly support the students as they move into the ever-changing workforce. He explained

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he said the township was interested in anything that would promote tourism, so I kept talking to people to see what could be done,” said Tammy Whitelock.

Tammy then met John Todd, who lived in Tamworth but does a lot of wood working for local businesses on the Hwy. 41 corridor north of Hwy. 7, and found that he was as keen on bringing the chair back as she was, and was ready to design and build a new one.

She started up a Facebook group, Cloyne Big Chair Project, in early March, and many of the details that need to be worked out for a new chair to be built and installed have been worked out in a very short time.

The owners of the Cloyne Shell were willing to provide the space for the chair, but as the project gained community interest, the idea of placing it in a publicly owned spot cropped up, and while formal approval from North Frontenac Township is pending, locating the chair at the Pioneer Museum is the current working plan.

The Cloyne and District Historical Society, which operates the museum, has approved the idea, and a proposal is going to North Frontenac Council, who own the property where the museum is located, later this month.

Meanwhile, the final design has been done, and sourcing materials is already under way.

“John and I wanted the chair to be finished in a natural wood colour, but when we put the question out to the public, everyone wanted it to be white, like the original chair, so we are looking at a white stain. It will be built entirely of cedar, and

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that many move into apprenticeship roles and continue learning through Northern College, St Lawrence College, and Loyalist College, to name but a few. He hopes to continue to build the already successful program to inspire students to investigate a trade they may not have initially considered.

It is expected that their will be a future labour shortage in the province with some estimates claiming 100,000 unfilled jobs. Moelker hopes to reduce that scarcity as best he can, one student at a time.

For SHS students, attending a school

will be much stronger than the original chair. John says it will last forever,” she said.

The cost of the project will likely be limited to the cost of sourcing and milling the cedar, as the labour is being provided by John Todd and other community volunteers, and there are businesses and private donors in the local community who may be helping to cover some of the material costs.

“We are planning a fundraising BBQ to pay for the chair” she said.

While climbing into the 8' x 12' chair was always a challenge in the past, the new chair will have two small sets of stairs, on either side, to make it more accessible.

“We are looking at putting some planters in front of the

Zack, Reid, Franklin, Makenzie, Austin standing with the CNC machine.

The Cloyne big chair as it was 10 years ago. Photo submitted.

Sunshine List Lengthens, Revealing More Gossip But Less Useful

by Jeff Green

There is something a bit unseemly about the sunshine list, the annual accounting of how many public sector employees in Ontario earn salaries over $100,000. The list provides access to the name, job title, institution, and annual salary of every public employee who is directly funded, with Ontario taxpayer dollars, who make more than $99,999 each year.

Because the salary grids for union and non-unionised positions go up every year, and because of inflation, the list gets longer and longer every year.

In 1996, when the list was first published, it included under 4,500 names. In 2022, it includes over 265,000 names. With inflation, a $100,000 salary in 1996 is equivalent to a $170,000 salary in 2023 dollars.

At one time, the only education workers on the list were principals and high ranking administrators, at the school board level. Over time, classroom teachers began to make the list, and it has grown from there in just about every sector.

The idea behind the list was to provide the public, who pays these wages through taxes, information about all of the people who are getting rich on our collective dime.

In 2022, 684 employees of the Limestone District School Board made the list, including 311 elementary school teachers and 238 secondary school teachers.

The average wage of the elementary school teachers on the list is about $103,000.

Among the 70 employees of Frontenac County who made the list, 42 are unionised paramedics, and another 10, or so, work as supervisors and administrators for

Frontenac Paramedic Services. Of the paramedics on the list, the average annual salary is about $108,000.

Even though the list has become very long, it still provides a good way to see if, for example, if the managers working for our local municipalities are paid more, or less, than people in the same position elsewhere in the region or in the province.

So, it is not surprising that there are 7 employees in South Frontenac on the list, 3 from Central Frontenac, 2 from Addington Highlands, and 1 from North Frontenac.

Over the last 5 years, South Frontenac has added a layer of directors to its staffing model, above managers and below the chief administrator, and hence 5 more people are on the list.

There is a more frivolous, almost gossipy side to the list as well, however.

It allows anyone to type in the name of a neighbour, a friend, an enemy, anyone who works in the public service, to find out if they get over $100k a year and if so, exactly how much.

Put it this way. I might want to know how much my friends, my neighbours or my relatives make each year, but I would never ask that question of them, because it is none of my business.

And, if someone I know stopped me on the street and asked me how much money I made last year, I would walk away.

In fact, one of the equalising factors of our community is that we keep that kind of information to ourselves.

We can pretend to be richer or poorer than we are, we can maintain our self respect when our wages go up or down, we can measure our value as community members by other metrics, how much volunteering we do, how we help our neighbours, if our job contributes to the public good.

The sunshine list was created by Mike Harris when he became the premier. It was his intention to single out overpaid government workers in his quest for smaller government.

But now, in an era where a family income of $90,000 has become the threshold for federal dental benefit subsidies to kick,, $100,000 is still a good salary, but it is no longer so high that everyone who makes that, in the public sector, should have their wages disclosed to the public at large..

It is too much information for us nosy neighbours to get our hands on.

That being said, I do feel a bit sad for Frontenac County's perennial sunshine list leader, Chief Administrative Officer Kelly Pender, who is no stranger to the sunshine list. He first made the list back in 2006 when he was working for the Town of Perth, and has been on it ever since, climbing up the list every year. In 2022, he missed hitting the double sunshine level in 2022 by a whisker, $700 dollars.

Pender could easily vault over the threshold if he only charged Frontenac County a nominal fee for being their official weed inspector, a job that he does for free. ■

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A blustery morning for members of the local ministerial group. For them Easter featured scripture reading, praying for the various congregations, community service, schools and business, and singing. Photo submitted by Peter Hallam.

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Addington Highlands Wants Lights At Hwy 7/41 Intersection

By Craig Bakay

In response to a rather lengthy chain of correspondence between resident Myles McDonell and various provincial agencies and bureaucrats, Addington Highlands Council decided to get involved in moving along some changes to the intersection of Hwy 7 and 41 in Kaladar at its regular meeting April 4 in Flinton.

In his correspondence, McDonell managed to get a commitment from Steven McInnis, director, design and engineering branch with the Ministry of Transportation for a new traffic study, to be conducted on a weekend, rather than a weekday when traffic is much lighter.

Council, led by Coun. Helen Yanch, felt things had gone on long enough and perhaps it was time for them to get involved in the hopes they might be able to help move things along.

“Anything we can do,” said Yanch. “It’s a nightmare. You can’t even turn right onto Hwy 7 if you get behind a couple of cars who want to go straight through or turn left.

“I know land was purchased some time ago to address this but nothing has been done.”

“There was a working group formed with County staff, myself and some MTO people,” said Reeve Henry Hogg. “I heard there was something in their 20-year plan but it has to be close to 20 years now.

“What they told us is there haven’t been enough serious accidents there to justify the installation of traffic lights.”

“I don’t think there’s been any deaths there but there have been a lot of serious accidents,” said Dep. Reeve Tony Fritsch.

“There has been an ambulance wiped out there,” said Coun. Ken Hook. “I guess that’s not serious enough.”

“I don’t think accidents are the issue here,” said Yanch. “The point is you can’t

get onto Hwy 7 on the weekends and especially on a long weekend without traffic lights.

“Anything we could do to move this along would be really nice (and) I think it’s time for Addington Highlands to arrange a meeting with our Member of (Provincial) Parliament.”

“I think this needs more than a letter,” said Hogg. “We need to talk in person.”

Council instructed staff to arrange a meeting with MPP Ric Bresee and/or MTO officials.

Environmental Priority

Dep. Reeve Tony Fritsch’s motion to add “environmental” as a priority in their strategic planning discussions passed but things like EV charging stations (target 2025 or earlier), a community stewardship program, climate change mitigation, adaptation and resilience initiatives weren’t unanimously accepted around the Council table.

“We have a lot on our plate with priorities already,” said Coun. Helen Yanch. “I certainly don’t agree with EV charging stations . . . they should be private enterprise.

“We don’t have any gas stations owned by the Township.”

Yanch was the lone ‘no’ vote on Fritsch’s motion.

No to declaration regarding homo and trans phobia

Council said no to a request from Foundation Emergence to declare May 17 International Day against homophobia and transphobia.

“In the years I’ve been here, we’ve never made a declaration,” said Dep. Reeve Tony Fritsch. “I don’t know if it’s policy or just practice (but) we don’t do that.”

Bridge Street

Council asked staff for a report on Bridge Street and the section of Hwy 28 that

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passes through Denbigh in response to a request from Stan Platz asking that measures be taken to slow traffic there.

“The highway isn’t our jurisdiction but there may be some things we can do,” said Reeve Henry Hogg. “We need to know what our options are.”

New playground equipment in denbigh?

The properties and recreation committee has recommended applying for a Trillium Grant for the supply and installation of new playground equipment at Heritage Park in Denbigh. And that a play structure for Tracy Park be included if an inspection determines that it is not financially justified to repair the structure.

lighting Council instructed staff to look into additional lighting for Lloyd Street in Northbrook.

Busy building department

Chief Building Official David Twiddy reported that “building has been unusually busy this spring, with the value of new home construction for march valued at $2,21 million. Values for new home construction for the year beginning in January is valued at $3.2 million.”

Twiddy said they’ve been preparing an RFQ for the pigeon netting project for the Flinton Arena as well as for the replacement of a portion of shingles at the Northbrook Medical Center. ■

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Porcupine? Iguana? Why Not Opossum?

Porcupine, (March 30) Giant Green Iguanas (April 6). They all like to help us in some way. But what about the wonderful opossum? They eat thousands of ticks and other debris. They will not bother humans or pets. They are immune to rabies. How can we get more of them in our part of Ontario? I have never seen one but they are supposed to live in South & Southeastern Ont. as well as Southern Quebec. I would love to have many in our neck of the woods to get rid of ticks.

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Sydenham HS Cont. from p1

that is ahead of the curve when it comes to tech skills is an advantage over their peers in other schools. The recent announcement by the Ontario Ministry of Education regarding mandatory tech credits, reinforces how important this type of training is for local youth to excel in a field that continues to require skilled tradespeople.

“By requiring students to take at least one technological education credit in high school, we are opening up doors and creating new pathways to good jobs in STEM

stairs to decorate and to hide them a little bit,” said Tammy.

Her original hope was to get the chair built and installed by the May 24 weekend, the first anniversary of the Derecho storm. But, an opening in late June when the museum

Physician Recruitment

South Frontenac Council did not put money in their 2023 budget for doctor recruitment. Mayor Vandewal stated we were not entirely clear what was being asked of us, by the doctors and we did not discuss it as part of the budget.

I am asking to loosen the purse strings and give them the amount they are waiting for. Other communities are moving forward with recruitment plans.

Frontenac County Council, do you not realise healthcare is the most important service. Bring in the doctors.

- Doris Veldman

[Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math] and the skilled trades,” said Minister of Education Stephen Lecce recently.

The mandatory shop class credit will start with students who enter Grade 9 in 2024. Students will need a Grade 9 or 10 credit in one of the following: communications technology, computer technology, construction technology, green industries, hairstyling and esthetics, health care, hospitality and tourism, manufacturing technology, technological design, or transportation technology. ■

has its traditional opening day, or for Canada Day, is now more likely.

“I'd say that one way or another, we will have it in place by the end of the summer,” she said, “provided the township is on board, and everything goes well from there. Until now, things have gone really well, and people are really behind it, so I'm optimistic.” ■

COMMUNITY REPORTERS (613)

Arden Wanda Harrison 335-3186

Battersea / Storrington Amanda Pantrey

Cloyne / Northbrook Stepanie Regent

Denbigh Gail Fritsch

Godfrey Kelli McRobert

Harrowsmith Gregg Hamelin

353-6653

613-333-2224

613-376-6665

Henderson Jean Brown 336-2516

Inverary Judy Borovskis

Maberly-Bolingbroke Karen Prytula

Mississippi Pearl Killingbeck

Ompah Linda Rush

Marily Seitz

Parham-Tichborne ........Colleen Steele

Christine Teal

Perth Road Peter Bird 353-7303

Plevna Rhonda Watkins

613-264-5325

Sydenham Karen Brawley 376-9848

Verona Debbie Lingen

HENDErSON

Jean Brown

613-336-2516

Land O’Lakes Emmanuel United Church in Northbrook cel-

• ebrated Easter Sunday with guest clergy, the Rev. Mike Putnam of Selby leading an afternoon communion service and bringing hope to all who attended.

Easter brought all kinds of folks home- great to see so many • families re-united.

This coming Sat (April 15) swing over to Harlowe Hall and • swing along with the Ol Tyme Fiddlers from 1 – 5pm and have a blast- costing $5.00 for the public and $2.00 for entertainers. Scrumptious food is available to purchase. Come and get all shook up.

Our hydro workers did us proud in getting power restored, • as did our road crews here at home and on Highway 41 which was closed down for a whole day due to a sink hole north of Kaladar.

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Township News: Overnight street parking restrictions are

• lifted as of April 1st.

The Household Hazardous Waste Depot at 2491 Keeley

• Road is now on summer hours and is open every Thursday from 3 to 8pm. Load restrictions are in effect in the Township until April 30th.

LCBO Bottle Drive – Light Up Our Diamonds! Trailer is at

• 3950 Round Lake Road and first week brought in almost $200 – Thanks Everyone! Drive continues until June 30th and we still owe $13,000 so your support is needed and welcome! Thank you to Warren at Play It Again Sports for the new nets for the basketball hoops!

Youth Dance for Grades 5 to 8 at the Storrington Lions Club

• on Friday, April 21 from 7 to 10pm. Cost is $5. The event is supervised, and a canteen will be open for purchases.

ley at 613-353-7337 to order and pay by e-transfer to batterseaunited@outlook.com Definitely a good time. Proceeds to support Battersea United Church.

Trees for Sale! Dog & Cranberry Lake Association is sell-

• ing native trees. Cost for members is $3 and non-members $4. Order deadline is Wednesday, May 3rd. Pick up will be at Ormsbee’s Mercantile on Saturday May 6th from 10am to 12 noon. For info or to order, contact dogandcranberrylakes.ca

Annual High Tea Saturday May 13th - one sitting at 1pm

• at the Storrington Lion’s Hall in Sunbury. Cost per person is $25. Cash only bar available. Come in your finest tea attire! Over 130 are now reserved! Call Shirley O’Neil at 613-3532257 to reserve your spot. Seating will be tables of 6, so bring your family and friends or share the table with new friends. Proceeds will benefit the work of the Child Life Specialists at our local hospitals. Hearing aids, can tabs, eye glasses can now be dropped • off at the Lion’s Hall in Sunbury anytime. Just put them in the bucket provided. NO eye glass cases please. Hall Rentals: Inverary Church Hall – contact Judy Borovs- • kis 353-1768 or cell: 613-545-5017. Battersea Church hall – contact Roberta Smith 353-2846.

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2023 Tay Valley Soccer Registration is Now Open! Regis- • tration forms are available at the Municipal Office and online at https://www.tayvalleytwp.ca/Soccer/ Games are played at Glen Tay Public School on Mondays from 6 - 7pm. Start Date: Monday, May 29th, 2023. End Date: Monday, July 31st, 2023. Early Bird Registration is only $35.00 per player! ($45.00 after April 16th, 2023) VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - contact 613-2675353 ext. 110.

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dor Event on Saturday May 13th at Parham Ball Field from 10am to 2pm. If you have some yard sale items, some craft items or even baked goods that you are interested in selling - please mark this date down. You can send me a message to confirm that you are coming at mrsteal2u@hotmail.com. It should be a well attended event. The District #4 Recreation Committee will be operating their canteen so be sure to stop by and support them!

We are still looking for some Junior men ball players for • this upcoming season. If you are interested in playing you can still sign up on line at www.fcmsa.ca and send payment to cfminorball@hotmail.com. Remember your form and payment confirm your spot so please if you haven't sent payment please do so.

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Peter Bird

613-353-7303

p.bird@xplornet.ca

PERTH ROAD UNITED CHURCH: Sunday services Con-

• tinue at 10.00 am. Address: 5614 Perth Rd Crescent, Perth Road, ON K0H 2L0

EVENTS AT PERTH RD. SUNDAY SCHOOL HALL: Tues-

• day Lunches continue. Charge is $8 per person. Great value for homemade soup, sandwiches and dessert. Euchre at 10:00 am. Lunch at noon.

THANKS to all who helped at the Maple Syrup Festival and • to all who attended.

PERTH ROAD VILLAGE CRAFTERS continue to meet

• every Wednesday: 9:30 am – 11:30 am at Harris Park Hall, 5612 Perth Road Cres. If you’re a first-timer, get in touch with Cheryl Bird at 613-353-7303

YOGA classes on Opinicon Rd., Pilates and foam rolling • classes, go to: nomadyogini.ca, for full schedule: info@nomadyogini.ca 613-453-4195.

JAM SESSIONS RETURN TO STORRINGTON CENTRE: • Friday nights: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Admission is $2:00. No charge for refreshments.

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Inverary Spring Market! April 29th 10am to 3pm at Ken Gar-

• rett Memorial Park. Over 100 vendors and artisans – definitely something for everyone. Free Admission. Drop in, see the displays, meet the craftsmen and enjoy the park! Fun for the whole family!

Bob Burtch Blue Grass Concert at Battersea United Church on Sunday, April 30th from 2 to 4pm. Tickets $25. Call Shir-

Mother Nature was smiling warmly on the Easter Egg Hunt • at the Ompah Hall on Saturday. Multiple eggs were scattered all over the grass and snow outside the hall and the children were excited to start hunting. Different coloured eggs were for different age groups. After the hunt children opened their eggs to find a surprise inside. Inside the hall were many craft activities for the children. A chili and soup lunch was available along with a laden table of baking for sale. Thanks to Jeanne and her crew from St. Killian's for providing a wonderful day for the whole family and thanks to all of those who came out to enjoy the event.

The April Birthday Bash will take place on the 19th. Bring • a pot luck dish to share with neighbours, new friends and old. Everyone is welcome. Admission is by donation.

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Colleen Steele

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Christine Teal mrsteal2u@hotmail.com 613-375-6525

Sincere sympathy to the family of the late Don Lee - Don • was well known in the area.

What a great turnout for the Spring Craft and Vendor Fair • on Saturday! Thank you to everyone who took part in this wonderful event.

Plans are well underway for the Giant Flea Market and Ven- •

St Kilian's Church sends out • a Big Thank you to everybody that came out to celebrate the Easter Egg Hunt with them at the Ompah Community Hall last Saturday! They said it was a nice turnout and the kids enjoyed hunting for eggs and all the fun activities, while their parents shopped at the yummy bake sale! Needless to say, guests left happy and with something sweet!!

The River of Life Christian Fellowship would like to invite you to their Movie night to watch Risen. It was postponed due to the freezing rain and winds last week. The new date is next Wed April 19th at 6:30pm at 7064 Road 506 in Plevna. They hope to see you there!!

Effective May 1st there will be some slight changes in hours • at the Plevna and Cloyne Public Library Branches. The new hours in Plevna will be Tues and Thurs 2-6pm and Fri and Sat 10-1pm. Cloyne will be Tues 10-2pm, Wed 4-7pm, Fri 12-4pm and Sat 10-2pm.

Attention artists and artisans: Would you like to have your work featured right here in our North Frontenac? Applications for the 2023 round of Art Murals are open until May 1st, 2023. The Township pairs with local artists to have their masterpieces displayed in our public areas throughout the community! It's quite the honour and it's open to Painters, Photographers and other visual Artists, who can present their work on a mural. Successful applicants receive one sheet of 96" by 48" MDO plywood, $100 towards the cost of materials, Free installation and a Certificate of Recognition to show all your family and

friends! For more information, you can contact 613 479-2231 recreation@northfrontenac.ca

The application deadline is quickly approaching on April 30th

• for the Community Grant Program at the Township of North Frontenac. This program demonstrates Council Commitment to work with local Community Organizations by awarding up to $1000. This grant is available to support the operation of a Not-For-Profit Community Organization, support programs, services or events and promote and/or enhance the overall well-being of our community. For more information, you can email recreation@northfrontenac.ca or call Brooke, the Manager of Community Development at 613 479-2231 ext 233.

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NEW LEAF LINK 50/50 FUNDRAISER!! New Leaf Link is • introducing a nat’d be awesome

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Enjoy a TAKE OUT turkey dinner on April 16 at the Golden • Links Hall Harrowsmith, Advance tickets only with a cut off date of Apr 12. Cost $20.00. Tickets available at gas stations in Harrowsmith, Sydenham and Hartington and Asselstine Hardware Verona. For info call 613-372-2410.

New Leaf Link (NeLL) is holding their 50/50 fundraiser

• Tickets on sale now. For more information www.newleaflink.

ca New Leaf Link (NeLL) is a non-profit charitable organization that supports adults with developmental disabilities. NeLL provides programming in Arts, Healthy Living and Community participation. They focus on activities that develop independent life skills, communication, exercise, social interaction and community involvement. NeLL is a place for everyone to learn together and build friendships.

new. The Kennebec Rec. Committee’s Annual Trash Bash, be- • gins Saturday, April 22, with children and youth who want to participate. Partnered this year by the Arden United Church, we will meet at the Church at 10am, cleaning the Church property first and then moving to the Kennebec Recreation Park. Any youth who wishes Community hours should join in. The Bash continues Tuesday, April 25, meeting at the Kennebec Community Centre. All collectors, whether Saturday or Tuesday will be given trash bags and water. Everyone should wear the appropriate clothing along with gloves and have bug spray, if necessary. If you have a trailer or truck, please come out and help move the trash from our streets to the dump. You will have the necessary pass. We thank everyone in advance for their participation.

The Arden United Church will celebrate spring with an after-

• noon fundraising concert Sunday, April 23, at 2pm. Come enjoy some rousing classical music featuring local musicians on the cello, guitar, and piano. , featuring Patrick Kline (cello),Philip Candelaria (guitar) and Sylvia Goodeve (piano). A coffee and tea social will be available after concert. Admission by free will donation (100% donation goes to the Church).

The Sharbot Lake and District Lions will be sponsoring their • “All You Can Eat” breakfast Saturday, April 22 at the Oso Hall, 8am to 11am. This month, the proceeds will go to the Lions Foundation of Canada, Guide Dog division.

There will be a Pastoral Charge AGM April 25 at 7pm.

• The Kennebec Recreation Committee is hoping that every- • one will attend the upcoming Kids’ Klub Fundraising dinner Thursday, April 27, 5pm to 7pm. The original Kids Klub program has split into 2 groups; the older ones on Tuesdays and the younger Thursdays. Supervisor Connie Tryan is planning new adventures for the children this summer. The dinner will include spaghetti, lasagna, mac & cheese along with Caesar salad. There will also be a silent auction. A free will offering will be gratefully accepted at the door. Hope you will attend and support the Kids!

ern Frontenac Community Services food bank. For more information email recsupport@southfrontenac.net or call 613376-3027 ext. 4447.

What do you call a cow that is lying down? Ground beef. (Many thanks to my Dad and Danny Page for this week’s joke!)

DENBIGH & VENNACHAr

Gail Fritsch 613-333-2224 tonygailfritsch@sympatico.ca

We hope that everyone had a wonderful Easter, visiting with • family and friends. The warmer days of Spring are here. We will let you know when the Denbigh Lake ice goes out!

The Denbigh Recreation Committee is hosting a Euchre • Night at the Denbigh Hall for $2.00 on Friday, April 14 at 7pm. The plan is for them to be every second Friday night.

The Denbigh Recreation Committee had a wonderful turn-

• out for the Easter Party with 46 children in attendance and lots of adults. The children had a great time making crafts, playing and finding all the eggs the Bunny had hidden in the AHCC yard. Thank you to all the grandparents, parents, children and volunteers for making the day special.

The Denbigh Griffith Lions Club is hosting BINGO at the • Lions Hall in Griffith on April 25. The doors open at 6:30pm and BINGO starts at 7:30pm.

Land O’Lakes Community Services is looking into offering • their Foot Care Program in Denbigh. They need a minimum number of clients to run the program in this area. If you would like more information, please contact Land O’Lakes Community Services at 613-336-8934 or 1-877-679-6636.

Please let me know if you have any news or events you • would like to share.

GODFrEY

Kelli McRobert kattgrrrl@gmail.com

Join Bellrock Community at their Pancake Breakfast on

• April 22 from 9 am to 11 am at the Bellrock Community Hall, 6034 Levesque Rd. Breakfast is free, donations accepted.

Sydenham's Women's institute will be holding their Craft

• and Bake Sale on Saturday April 22. New location at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith from 9am to 2 pm. 30 vendors will be there. Light lunch available

Style Revival will be open Saturday April 29 from 10 am to • 1 pm. It will also be open as usual Wednesdays from 10 am to 1 pm. Style Revival, which is located in the Verona Free Methodist Church at 6804 Hwy 38, offers free gently used clothing and footwear for all ages.

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Wanda Harrison

B ATTE r SEA /S TO rr INGTON

amanda Pantrey 613-353-6653 amandapantrey@outlook.com

A very big Happy Birthday to my mother-dearest! Cheers to • the next chapter, Ma!

If you want to get involved with the Sydenham Canada Day • event organizing, the committee is meeting at 7pm on April 13th at the Sydenham Library Community Room – They’d love to see you there. Call Marie if you have any questions 613-449-4744.

The next Storrington Lion’s Club Youth Dance is April 21st • from 7pm – 10pm. All kids in grade 5 – 8 are welcome. $5 at the door, supervision is provided and there is also a canteen. Pitch-In Week is coming in hot! Grab some Pitch-In bags • and help clean up our ditches, parks, and public spaces the week of April 17th – 23rd. You can find Pitch In bags at participating stores and the Township offices, then put the bags, without tags, out with your regular collection.

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The Kennebec Rec. Committee would like to thank all the • children, parents/grandparents, and the volunteers for a great Children’s Easter Party. Everyone had a great time.

Bible study will resume at the Arden United Church Wednes- • day, April 12 at 7pm. All are welcome.

Saturday, April 15, 8am to 11am the Arden Legion will be hosting a Pancake Breakfast. There will be tickets available at the door and at C4 Convenience. $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children.

On Saturday, April 15, 10am to 2pm there will be a food drive • at Mike Deans’ in Sharbot Lake. This is a drive for the food bank. Much needed items are peanut butter, pasta, sauces, cereal, baked beans, canned goods and hygiene products. This is an excellent cause to support.

Line Dancing in Arden, will be starting Monday, April 17, • 9:30am at the Kennebec Community Centre. No previous dancing experience is necessary. There is a $1.00 fee, per person. Come on out, have some fun, and learn something

We’re hosting the Battersea Pumpkin Festival spring start up meeting on Monday, May 1st starting at 7pm. If you’re interested in joining us, please email me for more info and directions. All welcome!

Dog and Cranberry Lake Association is hosting their an- • nual tree sale. They have 9 different species of native trees for sale. Trees are $3 for members and $4 for non-members. Order deadline is Wednesday, May 3rd. Trees will be available for pick up at Ormsbee's Mercantile on Saturday May 6th from 10am – 12. For more info, people can email dogandcranberrylakes@gmail.com or visit dogandcranberrylakes.ca.

Touch the Truck is back on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, from • 4-7 pm at the South Frontenac Public Services yard at 2490 Keeley Road. Bring the whole family to this fun, free event featuring a BBQ, kid’s activities and lots of big trucks and equipment from South Frontenac Fire & Rescue, the Public Services Department, Frontenac OPP, and Frontenac Paramedic Services! Donations of food items or cash for the BBQ will be collected to help stuff-the-truck in support of the South-

The Township of Stone Mills Recreation Centre will be host- • ing indoor Pickleball starting in 2023! The season will run from May 1st to August 26th on the following dates: Monday evenings: 7pm – 9pm, Wednesday mornings: 9am – 11am, and Saturday mornings: 10am-12pm. Per play cost of $3.00 can be paid via exact cash at time of play at Stone Mills Recreation Centre. 4 month membership of $75.00 can be purchased at the Township of Stone Mills Municipal Office. For more details and to access the Registration Form, please visit our website at https://www.stonemills.com/.../pickleball-stone-mills...

The Harrowsmith S and A club is happy to offer a FREE, • 2-day First Aid Certification Course on May 20th and 21st. (Saturday & Sunday) from 9am until 4pm with 1/2 hour for lunch. The course will be held at 4041 Colebrooke Road in Harrowsmith, On. A $10 registration fee to sign up is refundable upon completion of the course. The course is presented by Mark Podgers from the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada. We want to thank the Township of South Frontenac for sponsoring this event. There are only 12 spaces, so book asap. For more information and to register, contact harrowsmithsanda@gmail.com attention Penny.

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Bursae (singular: bursa) are small, fluid-filled sacs that are found throughout the body, typically located at joints between bones, muscles, and tendons. Bursae act as cushions and reduce friction between these structures during movement, allowing for smooth and pain-free motion. Bursae contain a small amount of synovial fluid, which is a thick, clear fluid that helps to lubricate the joints and reduce friction. When bursae become inflamed due to injury or overuse, it can lead to a condition known as bursitis, which can cause pain, swelling, and limited range of motion. Bursae can be found in many different areas of the body, including the shoulders, elbows, hips, knees, and ankles, among others. They are an important part of the body's musculoskeletal system and help to support movement and protect the joints.

Common symptoms of bursitis include pain and swelling in the affected area, stiffness and limited range of motion, and warmth or redness around the joint. Treatment for bursitis typically involves rest, ice, compression, and elevation of the affected area, as well as over-the-counter pain relievers and antiinflammatory medications, physiotherapy, massage therapy and chiropractic treatment to name a few. Preventative measures such as maintaining proper posture, stretching and avoiding repetitive motions can help reduce the risk of developing bursitis.

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Central Frontenac

Property Clean Up Ticket

Residents are permitted to ONE FREE two cubic yard load of waste for 2023.

Residents of Central Frontenac are permitted to one Property Clean Up ticket per residential property.

To request a ticket please either call the office at (613) 279-2935 or email your request to waste@centralfrontenac.com with your name, roll number and property address.

Property Clean Up loads are only accepted at 1085 Olden Park Road site

Amnesty Waste Program Dates: May 19-25 | July 14-20 | August 25-31

Restrictions and Conditions

1. Applicable to full time and seasonal residents of Central Frontenac ONLY

2. Maximum of two (2) cubic yeards of waste.

3. All loads must be sorted and disposed of in proper locations in the landfil site.

4. Site attendants have the authority to refuse any load that does not meet Property Clean Up requirements.

5. Acceptable Property Clean Up items include:

- Non-reuseable furniture and mattresses

- Bagged household garbage (clear bags only)

- Residential Construction Debris

6. Items NOT accepted for Property Clean Up:

- Commercial and Industrial Waste will NOT BE ACCEPTED

- Shingles

- Commercial Construction Debris

Marvelous Maple Madness By

While last week many of us were not too hopeful that spring would arrive anytime soon, the weather warmed enough on the weekend to get people back outside. The Boy Scouts hosted their annual pancake breakfast in Verona on Friday at the Lions Hall, and many people headed to local restaurants for the Good Friday fish and chip celebration.

In Perth Road Village, 250+ hungry guests descended upon the Harris Hall to enjoy a fundraising pancake and sausage breakfast. The tables were packed with families as they gobbled up a buffetstyle feast. Maple syrup was on every table and it was kindly donated by Votary’s maple bush in Perth Road Village. The Votary’s built their first shack in 1919 and it has been a family tradition ever since located at 5763 Perth Road.

The days of 2000 taps are behind them however, new tree growth continues since an ice storm damaged many of the trees in 1998. This family run business continues to thrive and annually supports the pancake breakfast with the Votary syrup as the main focus. This year approximately $3000 was raised to support local initiatives. A vendor market was on hand next door, where the Leland Helping Hands were selling local crafts and preserves that return directly to their community. In the past they have donated to organizations such as Sydenham Food Bank, Brooks Landing Seniors Home, Easter Seals, Clothes for Kids, University Hospitals Kingston, Salvation Army, and Fairmount Home. They are always looking for new members and they can be reached at 613-353-2635, Peggy Newport, for more information.

Since 1987, this breakfast has been giving back to the community, and only stopped during COVID with this year being it’s return from ‘lockdown’ status. Volunteers managed the kitchen and buffet lines, as others busied themselves with clearing tables, setting places, and greeting guests as they arrived to the smell of hot pancakes on the

Kelli McRobert

North Frontenac Council

By Craig Bakay

As directed in an August, 2022 resolution, economic development officer Matt Walker presented the results of a business survey and a community survey to North Frontenac Council at its regular meeting April 6 in Plevna.

The surveys were held online for the period of Jan. 6 to Jan. 31, 2023 and each survey offered respondents the opportunity to win a prize pack of North Frontenac promotional items.

“Both surveys were designed to gather local economic data and identify opportunities to address gaps in product and services availability,” Walker said.

The business survey had 17 participants and marketing and government regulations were each identified as the top business challenge (29 per cent each), followed by financial (18 per cent), supply chain (12 per cent) and both cell service and upgrades at 6 per cent each.

And 24 per cent of respondents indicated that in the next 3-5 years they will likely invest more than $300,000 into one business initiative in North Frontenac.

grill and sausages wafting across the hall. There was a comfortable buzz of conversation as everyone slathered on butter and poured the liquid gold over the fluffy cakes. A strawberry coulis was added to the main table so you could get a tasty bite of tangy sauce with each bite.

Outside there were children’s games, sidewalk chalk, and of course, maple syrup sales, as parents led toddlers between activities, getting them outside, and active as the day continued to warm with April sunshine. Balloons adorned the pathways, and there was a festive air, with Easter on everyone’s minds. A few children played, in the well-situated park, amongst the forest as adults milled through the vendor village and caught up with friends they had missed.

Steve Bach who is the Chair of the Sunday School Hall Board, talked about the events of the day, and noted that he had been in this role since the passing of Ken Shepherd who had been overseeing the event for many years prior.

He gave credit to Rita and Edwina, who oversaw the baked goods table which is a popular attraction, and to the bakers donated the yummy goods each year for the fundraising event.

The Perth Road Maple Festival is an annual event and volunteers are always welcome. Thank you to those volunteers who made the event a great success. They are looking forward to next year. ■

“There is capital out there,” Walker said.

The most common average age of the workforce indicated by respondents was 45-54 at 35.3 per cent followed by 55-64 (23.5 per cent), 35-44 (17.6 per cent), 25-34 (11.8 per cent), 16-24 (7 per cent) and 65+ at 5.9 per cent.

“Half of our workforce is over 45,” he said.

When respondents were asked for ideas to improve the local economy, they responded:

• Incentives for local businesses such as restaurants

• community improvement committees

• better connections between businesses

• make it easier to develop subdivisions, ecotourism,

Families enjoyed pancakes & maple syrup in the Perth Road Sunday School Hall

Celebration of life

Celebration of Life for PETER RUTHERFORD

(June 5, 1953- March 21, 2023) st. James anglican church, 225 edmund st., carleton place Friday, april 28th, 3:00 p.m. reception to follow in the church hall. please join us to celebrate the life of peter rutherford.

“The things that make me different are the things that make me, me.” ~ piglet

obituary

L AROCHELLE, Gilles Joseph

it is with profound sadness that the family of Gilles Joseph Larochelle announce his passing on wednesday, april 5, 2023 at the age of 75. at the time of his passing, he was surrounded by his children, the love of his family and the incredibly compassionate staff at providence care Hospital. He will always be lovingly remembered and missed by his son Glen, daughter aline, and grandson Brooks. dear brother of Jean Guy Larochelle (Lorraine), dorothy (Jean-Jaques), Micheline (Gilles), and Lyne (Louis), uncle of many nieces and nephews. predeceased by his parents arthur and aline Larochelle. tenderly known as ‘papa’ by his children and grandchild, Gilles was a kind, brave, quiet, hardworking, independent, easygoing, humble and courageous man who inspired those around him to face life’s challenges with vehemence and strength.

a visitation to be held at wartman Funeral Home, Napanee on saturday, april 15th from 2-4pm.

if desired, donations to canadian cancer society or to the Mental Health association in memory of Gilles would be appreciated. condolences and donations may be forwarded online through wartmanfuneralhomes.com

GRANT, Arthur George

the ropeman, beloved husband in his 52nd year of marriage to Judy (nee small), passed away at Kingston, april 2, 2023, at the age of 72. predeceased by his parents George and patricia Grant. Loving father of cody (Gina), andrea (Michael) and Marty. cherished grandfather of scarlet. Much loved son-in-law of Harold small (the late ann). dear brother of Lynda sargeant (the late dyson), Norman (sue), donald (carolyn) and Heather Hope (the late dick). remembered by nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. dearly missed by his chosen “kids” eric and val stacey. cremation has taken place. Family and friends may visit at storrington Lions club on thursday april 20 from 3-8pm to share memories.

NF Council Cont from p7 encourage more home businesses, improved signage, less red tape, municipal campground, promote tourism

The community survey received 97 responses with 55 per cent of respondents having lived here less than 20 years.

obituary

Erwood Reynolds

august 27th, 1931 to March 30th, 2023

in his 92nd year, surrounded by the love of wendy, sean, and Micheal and in the compassionate care of providence Manor, erwood – the strong, handsome, gregarious, hard-working, funloving, community-minded, stubborn, even-tempered (haha!) clothes horse – died on March 30th, 2023. He put up a real fight but, in the end, took a sudden breath and was gone.

erwood has been reunited with his beloved wife of 70 years, rowena (2022). He was also predeceased by his daughter denise (2021). He was a devoted father to wendy and her husband, sean, who provided boundless care to erwood in his last years. He will be always missed by grandchildren Micheal, dustin, and Laura, who regarded him as a father. erwood is the last man standing among his siblings, elwood, Garth, Bruce, and Marilyn, and his parents olive (Bartsch) and Harold. He is survived by his adored sister-in-law, Jean clair, and muchloved brother-in-law, Mel Martin, in addition to many nieces and nephews, cousins (especially Glen convery and those snider girls!), and so. Many. Friends.

always involved in activities to help others, erwood was a strong guiding light in several different Lions Clubs, ending by establishing (with support from rowena’s creative energy) the club in Griffith. He also was a dedicated member of the united church wherever they lived and washed a lot of dishes and carved a lot of turkey at community dinners. His work as a construction contractor really never stopped until he was in his mid-‘80’s and he mentored and trained so many young men in those skills. (Looking at you, steve and Brian.) Need a rum and coke, a funny story, a game of cards? stop in anytime to see erwood.

erwood continued his joining ways during his last year at providence Manor. He could be found at any activity on offer. He was well-loved by staff and residents with whom he loved to kibbitz and joke. we cannot thank all the staff enough, but especially those on sydenham 5 who looked after him with love, empathy, humour, and professionalism.

in keeping with erwood’s wishes cremation has taken place. a celebration of his life will be held at the James reid Funeral Home, 1900 John counter Blvd., (entering from the rear parking lot doors) on saturday, april 15, 2023 from 3:00 – 5:00 pm, with sharing of memories at 3:30 pm. donations may be made to cHeo or the charity of your choice in erwood’s memory for those who wish.

Respondents indicated that the most needed products are food delivery, groceries, physiotherapy, dentist, more contractors, more gas stations, Canadian Tire, recreation/tourism attractions, car wash, walk-in clinic, stores, restaurants, takeout food, boutiques, salons, family doctor, hot tub/pool supplies, banking, attractions, clothing store, sports lounge/bar and hospital.

2013 Meeting Schedule

Council approved its 2023 meeting schedule which includes 5 p.m. Thursday meetings during the summer.

The schedule is: Friday, June 9, 9am, Thursday, June 29, 5pm, Thursday, July 20, 5pm, Thursday, Aug. 17, 5pm, Thursday, Sept. 7, 5pm, Friday, Sept. 22, 9am, Friday, Nov. 3, 9am, Friday, Nov. 24, 9am, Friday, Dec. 15, 9am

Marking Ed’s Passing, And Thoughts on trees

It started with a request from residents Paul and Sandy Thiel to have the kitchen at Clar-Mill Hall dedicated to the late Ed Schlievert, president of the Clar Mill Volunteers. Complete with a plaque that Dep. Mayor John Inglis suggested Thiel would likely create. It progressed from there to a full-blown discussion of how to remem-

Ruth Eliza Brown (Wattam) on april 10, 2023 at Helen Henderson care, ruth peacefully passed away. Beloved wife of the late donald George Brown. dear and loving mother of donna Mary Green (andy), stepmother to earl Brown (donna) and the late Glen Brown (pat). predeceased by her siblings weldon wattam (Margaret), viola clow (percy), George wattam (Kathryne)and doug wattam.

Ruth began teaching at Oakflatts S.S.#7 right after completing High school for two years in a one room schoolhouse. this career continued for twenty-six years until she retired from p c p s in 1990. after retirement she and don enjoyed travelling.

a Graveside service will be held at Harrowsmith cemetery, 4195 colebrook rd., Harrowsmith on saturday april 15/23 at 11 am. a reception to follow at the Golden Links Hall. in the care of t rousda L e Fu N era L Ho M e 4374 Mill st. sydenham oN (613)376-3022 www.trousdalefuneralhome.com

ber and commemorate current and former members of Council and community members and in the end, a motion to create a policy died in the grim resolution that such things were likely left to an ad hoc decision.

For example, nobody could decide who would pay the $300 for a commemorative plaque, $600 for a commemorative tree or $2,000 for a commemorative bench, let alone who would approve such things and/or decide where they would go.

The issue of flags being at half mast also spawned contention.

“I have to admit, I had a little bit of trouble reading this and thinking about what it meant,” said Mayor Gerry Lichty. “Do you have to die in office?

“I didn’t get elected mayor to die.”

“After hearing all this, I’m coming to the conclusion that a policy won’t work,” said Inglis. “In the words that Gerry Martin said often: ‘this makes us look like big brother.’”

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HARPER in loving memory of our sister, Kim, who left us a year ago april 18th, 2022. A light from our lives is gone, A voice we loved is still A place is vacant within our hearts Which never can be filled. A bouquet of beautiful memories, Sprayed with a million tears We wish that God had spared you If just for a few more years. We hold you close within our hearts And there you will remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again. Loved and missed so much by chris, donna and their families

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HARPER in loving memory of Kimberly Mae Harper, sept 2,1959-april 18, 2022. to the best wife, Mom and Grandma there ever was, we love and miss you so much every day. Keep dancing up there. all our love, Keith, shannon (Luke), Kayla (Marcus), Harper, Gabriel and eliana.

HARPER

in loving memory of my daughter, Kim, who left us one year ago april 18, 2022. No words can tell, No tears expressed. The love, the loss, The emptiness. You are not just a memory, Or part of the past. You are mine to remember, As long as life lasts. Missed and loved so much, Mom

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Ciara’s Coming Home

North Frontenac Little Theatre’s latest production Ciara’s Coming Home

Thursday April 27 thru Sunday April 30th. at Oso Hall. The award winning play, written by Arden playwright Glenys O’Connell is being directed by Adrian O’Connell

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awaiting their daughters return to Ireland. Sarah, recipient of the 2015 NFLT Lifetime Achievement Award.

Braidey Merrigan and Nick Conboy play Ciara’s brothers who are also looking forward to their sister’s return. Braidey has been in many plays with NFLT as a child actor so he is comfortable on stage and this shows in his performance. This is the first time he is taking on an adult role. And he is doing double duty - also playing Ciara’s husband Pauly. Nick Conboy is new to acting and has confidently taken on the role of Tomas.

Sister Eleanor, not so happy about her siblings return, is being played by Hope Andrews who was part of the ensemble cast of the Red Lamp last fall. Sloane Put-

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TOWNSHI p OF C ENT r A l Fr ONTENAC Notice of Special Council Meeting

Take Notice that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac will be conducting a Special Meeting of Council on April 26, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. for purposes of reviewing the recommendations of the Fire Master Plan and reviewing the procedural by-law. The location for this meeting will be the Station 3 Fire Hall, 1020 Wagner Road Sharbot Lake ON. The meeting will be streamed via our YouTube channel. dated at the township of Central Frontenac this 12th day of april 2023.

Cindy Deachman, Deputy Clerk Township of Central Frontenac 1084 Elizabeth Street, P.O. Box 89 Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2935 x 237 cdeachman@centralfrontenac.com

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79 Coulter Lane, Godfrey; PIN 36252-0014 (LT); File No. 21-08; Minimum Tender Amount: $19,611.19

2. Roll No. 10 29 010 040 12300 0000; 1380 Westport Rd., Godfrey; PIN 362510007 (LT); File No. 21-09; Minimum Tender Amount: $13,968.41

3. Roll No. 10 29 060 070 14700 0000; Opinicon Rd.; PIN 36285-0050 (LT); File No. 21-25; Minimum Tender Amount: $11,478.26

4. Roll No. 10 29 050 040 61820 0000; Sydenham; PIN 36279-1264 (LT); File No. 21-34; Minimum Tender Amount: $6,785.43

5. Except a Roll No. 10 29 080 040 09100 0000; Verona; PIN 36147-0041 (LT); File No. 21-42; Minimum Tender Amount: $10,457.68

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, availability of road access, or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. A full copy of the tax sale advertisement and further information about this matter is available on line at www.OntarioTaxSales. ca or taxsale@southfrontenac.net or you may contact Jesse Collins, Acting Deputy Treasurer, The Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac, 4432 George Street, Box 100, Sydenham ON K0H 2T0, Phone: 613-376-3027 Ext. 2347, Email: dt@ southfrontenac.net.

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NORTHERN HAPPENINGS

NortHErN HaPPENiNGS listings are free for community groups, and will be published for two weeks. Donations to offset the costs of publication would be appreciated. Other listings are paid or are taken from paid ads elsewhere in the paper. The News makes every effort to be accurate but events should be independently verified by readers.

Thursday April 13

SHarBot laKE - StratEGiC PlaN CoNSultatioN oPEN HouSE 6:30-8pm. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall).

TOWNSHI p OF C ENT r A l Fr ONTENAC

E MP loy MEN t oPP ortu N ity

Deputy Fire Chief/Fire Prevention, training & Suppression

(Permanent Full-time)

The Township of Central Frontenac is a unique community in Frontenac County and is committed to a modern and motivational place to work, focused on strong teams, continuous improvement, and customer service excellence. We are located one hour north of the City of Kingston and a half hour west of the Town of Perth in the heart of the Land O’Lakes Tourist Region of Eastern Ontario.

As a member of the management team the Deputy Fire Chief will report to and receive direction from the Fire Chief and will provide support to the Central Frontenac Fire Department through planning, management, budgeting and administration major initiatives. The Deputy Fire Chief will also assist in maintaining command structure and discipline throughout the department and will assume all responsibilities of the Fire Chief in their absence. This role works closely with other departments, external partners, and residents.

The individual will possess the following skills, education and NFPA certifications:

• NFPA Certificates:

• 1035 standard for Fire & Life Safety Educator Level I & II.

• 1001 - Firefighter 1 & 2,

• 1021 – Level 1

• 1031 - Fire Inspector 1 & 2,

• 1033 - Fire Investigator.

• 1035 – Public Information Officer. 1035 - Fire & Life Safety Educator, Public Educator Level I & 2.

• 1041 - Fire Instructor II or equivalent

• College Level Certificate or Diploma in Fire Service Leadership or Administration or equivalent.

• CEMC, Community Emergency Management Coordinator designation.

• Ontario Fire College, Training Officer Certification would be an asset.

• Class DZ Driver’s License in good standing.

• Availability to attend evening and/or weekend meetings or other events.

• Current Clear vulnerable sector check.

• BCIN Certification - Fire Protection and General Legal Process would be an asset.

Along with a comprehensive benefit package, the Township of Central Frontenac offers its staff a flexible work environment helping employees balance the demands of work with their personal and family obligations.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a covering letter and resume to Cathy MacMunn, CAO/Clerk via email at cmacmunn@centralfrontenac.com by 12 noon on Friday April 21, 2023. If you have any questions regarding the position please direct them to Chris McDonough, Fire Chief via email at cmcdonough@centralfrontenac.com or 613-279-2935 x 359

The 2023 Salary is currently under review. Visit www.centralfrontenac.com for a copy of the complete job description.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purposes of candidate selection only. The Township of Central Frontenac is an equal opportunity employer, committed diversity and accessibility within the workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact our office.

Members of the public invited. Help guide the plan for the next four years. Your guidance is crucial.

SydENHaM - CaNada day CoMMittEE MEEtiNG 7pm. Sydenham Public Library. Call Marie for more info 613-4494744

Friday April 14

SHarBot laKE - lEGioN SuPPEr 3pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Pork Chops, $17, supper at 5:30. DENBIGH - EUCHRE NIGHT 7pm. Denbigh Community Hall.

Saturday April 15

SNoW road - SNoW road SNoWMoBilE CluB BrEaKFaSt 8-11am. Snow Road Snowmobile Clubhouse. Traditional breakfast PLUS pancakes and local maple syrup in support of Melanoma awareness. Enjoy breakfast & donate to charity and make an improvement in detection and treatment. ardEN - PaNCaKE BrEaKFaSt 8-11am. Arden Legion. Tickets available at the door. $10 adults, $5 kids. Come support the Legion in their effort to keep the doors open!

SHarBot laKE - Fill a FirE truCK 10am-2pm. Mike Dean’s . Supporting NF Food Bank. Meet CF Fire Fighters and check out some gear!

HarloWE - oldE tyME FiddlErS 1-5pm Third Saturday of every month. Harlowe Hall. Admission $5, Entertainers $2. All welcome, refreshments available. Info Marie 613-336-2557 HarloWE - old tyME FiddlErS 1-5pm. Harlowe Hall. $5 admission, $2 performers.

Sunday April 16

HarroWSMitH - taKE-out turKEy diNNEr Golden Links Hall. $20 Advance tickets only, cut off date Apr. 12, info 613372-2410

Tuesday April 18

FliNtoN - FliNtoN diNErS 10am-1pm. Flinton Hall. Sheppards Pie meal, $10.

Wednesday April 19

oMPaH - CoMMuNity CaFE 11am. Ompah Hall. Free event 60+. Provide feedback on how to improve life for rural seniors. Info and registration Juana 613-279-3151 x 106 or juanag@ rfcd.ca

SydENHaM - CarEGiVEr SuPPort GrouP 1:30-3pm. Sydenham Public Library. Advance Care Planning-What are your wishes. Register katie.buckley@sfcsc.ca or 613-376-6477 x 205

oMPaH - BirtHday BaSH 6pm. Ompah Hall. All welcome!

PlEVNa - MoViE NiGHt “riSEN” 6:30pm. River Of Life Christian Fellowship. New date due to weather ! All welcome.

Friday April 21

SHarBot laKE - lEGioN SuPPEr 3pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Meat Loaf, $17, supper at 5:30. iNVErary - youtH daNCE 7-10pm. Storrington Lions Hall. Grades 5-8, all kids welcome. $5 at the door, supervision, canteen.

Saturday April 22

SHarBot laKE - all you CaN Eat BrEaKFaSt 8-11am. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). Hosted by SL Lions in support of Lions Foundation, Guide Dog division. HarroWSMitH - SPriNG CraFt & BaKE SalE 9am-2pm.

Ciara Cont from p9

nam joined us late taking a supporting role as Patrick’s wife. Sloane has been an active participant with NFLT since she joined the cast of “Aladdin” in 2014. Ciara is being played by Emma Fox who is bravely taking a leading role for her first outing on stage.

Backstage Fred Barrett returns as stage manager and jack of all trades! Doing props is Hope’s sister Jacey. Our Prompter is Leone Andrews. Izzy Desa returns as our makeup artist

The set is being designed and built by Brian Robertson, Gord Sirrs, Donna Larocque and Fred Barrett. Jeff Siamon and Art Holloway are on lights and sound.

Tickets for all four performances are available at the Cardinal Café, Sharbot Lake Pharmacy, Treasure Trunk and the C4 Convenience store in Arden. Or by calling Sandy at 613-808-4411.

For more information check our website at Northfrontenaclittletheatre.com. ■

Golden Links Hall. Hosted by Sydenham Women’s Institute, 30 vendors, light lunch available.

BEllroCK - PaNCaKE BrEaKFaSt 9-11am. Bellrock Hall. Free, donations welcome.

ardEN - aNNual traSH BaSH 10am. Arden United Church. Starting at the church and moving to the park. The bash continues Tuesday April 25.

HarloWE - oPEN MiC 1-5pm Fourth Saturday of every month. Harlowe Hall. Admission $5, Entertainers $2. All welcome. Refreshments available. Info - Marie 613-336-2557

MCdoNaldS CorNErS - MaPlE CHiCKEN diNNEr 4:307pm. McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Hall. Happy Hour 4:305:30, dinner 5:30-7. Tickets $25 single, $45 couples. Tickets available until April 14th at Highlands Country Store, email mdcas.office@gmail.com or from Patti-Jo Wilson.

Sunday April 23

ardEN - FuNdraiSiNG CoNCErt 2pm. Arden United Church. Afternoon of local music! Coffee and tea social to follow. Admission by free will donation.

Tuesday April 25

dENBiGH - BiNGo 6:30pm. Denbigh/Griffith Lions Club. Doors open at 6:30.

SNoW road - MuSiCiaNS CirClE 7-10pm Last Tuesday of every month. Snow Road Community Centre. Join us for an evening of sharing, learning and enjoying music! Cost: $4 at the door toward hall rental Play and sing along with fellow musicians. All musicians and all genres of music (country, jazz, blues, folk, easy listening, blue grass) are welcome. Play along with others in a relaxed, supportive setting. Contact Mike Kennelly at (613) 278-1853 or kennmich4297@gmail.com

Regular Happenings

iNVErary - Martial arTS 6:30pm Thursdays. Inverary United Church. Kids classes 6:30-7:30 Adults 7:30-8:45. For more info contact Hamid Nam 613-328-6742 or hamidnam24@ gmail.com

iNVErary - PilatES 6:15pm Mondays. Inverary United Church.

iNVErary - yoGA 6pm Wednesdays. Inverary United Church

iNVErary - youtH daNCE 7-10pm Fridays. Storrington Lions Hall. $5/per person. Grades 5-8. DJ, canteen, supervision. liNE daNCiNG — ardEN 9:30am Mondays. Kennebec Hall. $1 fee. Come out and learn something new! ◾ BOLINGBROKE

10am Fridays. ABC Hall. Beginners welcome, $5 toward hall maintenance. ◾ SHARBOT LAKE 9-10am Thursdays. Sharbot Lake United Church. Sharbot Lake Line Dancing is back! Thursdays $2. Beginners welcome. Proof of Covid vaccination required. Contact 613-279-1268 - Heather Gowdan ◾ VERONA 9am Tuesdays. Verona Lions Hall. All welcome For more information call 613 372 5431 oPEN MiC — GodFrEY 1-5pm Sundays, biweekly. Glendower Hall. Country/Bluegrass/Gospel $2 cover charge. Info Roy/Joan Sheppard 613-374-5477 ◾ INVERARY 6pm Fridays. Inverary United Church. The Sunbury Music Association presents. Doors open @ 5PM. $2 cover charge. Call 613-653-4447 for further details

PErtH road - Four HaNdEd EuCHrE 1pm Thursdays. Harris Park. $5, includes light refreshments

PErtH road - PErtH road VillaGE CraFtErS 9:3011:30am Wednesdays. Harris Park. You don’t have to be crafty to join! Drop-in or call Peggy for info 613-353-2635.

PlEVNa - SoCial aNd CraFt tiME 10am Thursdays.

NF Council Cont from p8

While there was no consensus on a policy, a motion to create one was defeated and the question of how to honor Council members Gerry Martin and Fred Perry was left up in the air.

What we did learn is that Coun. Vern Hermer doesn’t want a commemorative tree, even if he does die in office.

“Bad things happen to trees . . . and fire hydrants,” Hermer said.

Coun. Wayne Good agreed, he wouldn’t want a tree either.

However, Coun. Stephanie Regent said she’d be fine with a tree. ■

South Frontenac looks at additional dwelling units - April 4

South Frontenac Council met in April, in a combined council/committee of the whole meeting. The meeting included a public meeting dealing with one of the specific subjects in the township’s new official plan, the approval of additional dwelling units on residential lots.

Senior Planner Christine Woods outlined the proposed changes, which would permit up to two additional dwelling units on residential properties, in the township, that satisfy certain conditions.

Additional dwelling units, which are known as granny flats, bachelor flats and other names, are one way for a rural township such as South Frontenac to diversify the mix of housing available, potentially adding affordable rental units.

The two units that would be permitted could either both be added units within the main building, or one unit within the

main house, and a separate dwelling located no more than 40 metres from the main building. Second floor or loft units on top of garages are also part of the mix.

Christine Woods said that in preparing the amendment, township planning staff were mindful of the proposals for additional dwelling units that have come before the Committee of Adjustment, in recent years.

“The intent of the amendment is to simplify the process, and to bring our new official plan into conformity with the Frontenac County Official Plan, which promotes this kind of development,” she said.

When asked if adhering with provincial initiatives are forcing the changes, Woods said they are not, because the province only requires approvals be facilitated, for additional dwellings, in locations where

public water and sewage systems are in place, which is not the case in South Frontenac.

Among the new proposals are to have the height of residential and ancillary buildings in the townships capped at 8 metres instead of the current 6 metres, and to eliminate the requirement that all ancillary buildings, including garages, need to be located behind the main residence on a lot.

“The requirement for a 20-metre setback from a roadway is enough to ensure that proper distances will be maintained,” said Woods.

The proposal also includes a 90-metre setback from a water body for additional dwellings, and 300 metres from a trout sensitive lake, making it unlikely any waterfront property owner in the township will be able to put in ancillary units. The

setback for primary residence from the high-water mark is only 30 metres.

After all of the conditions that will need to be met in order to put in additional dwelling units, a member of the public said they are concerned that the regulations will make it harder than it is now, to get approval.

Councillor Scott Trueman said he shares that concern, and “we need to make sure that the process remains simplified and that extra studies and well capacity tests are only imposed when they are required.

As the public meeting came to a close, Woods said the comments will be incorporated into the final proposal that will be included in the official plan proposal that will come back to council in June.

Waste Site report from Cambium Con-

Continued on page 12

TOWNSHI p OF SO u TH F r ONTENAC

New S & Publ I c N OTI ce S

Verona Housing Plan Water and Wastewater Servicing Study Open House

Members of the public are invited to an Open House to learn more about the Verona Master Plan Water and Wastewater Servicing Study on April 19, from 6-8 pm at the Verona Lions Hall in Verona or see the project page on engagefrontenac.ca.

Official Plan Open Houses

We’re hosting a series of Open Houses and Public Meetings this spring for the public to learn more what’s in the draft Official Plan. See the ad below for dates and times.

Reduced Loads on Township Roads Now in Effect to April 30, 2023

All roads within South Frontenac are subject to restricted loads effective immediately to April 30, 2023. Loads should not exceed 5,000 kilograms. This affects all roads except Wilton Road, Yarker Road, Road 38, Bellrock Road, Harrowsmith Road, Rutledge Road, Sydenham Road, Perth Road, Battersea Road, Sunbury Road, Moreland-Dixon Road.

Construction and Road Closures

It’s construction season! Be sure to watch this section or engagefrontenac.ca in the coming months for updates on construction projects around the Township as we work to improve our roads.

• Alton Road West – Road reconstruction will begin May 2023 until September 2023. Major road works are being carried out by Township Forces. No closure required.

• Battersea Road –Road reconstruction work remains on schedule and will continue through to July 31. Work is being completed by Len Corcoran Excavating Ltd. No closure required.

THINGS TO DO

Seasonal Net Sport Court Booking

Court booking requests will be accepted starting April 1 and due on April 20, 2023. Staff will review the booking requests and work with user groups to resolve any conflicts. The schedule will be posted April 24. The courts will be unlocked and ready to use for the season in mid-late April when the temperature consistently stays above freezing. Please visit Court Facilities under Things to Do on southfrontenac.net for details. Note the courts at McMullen Park Beach in Verona will be unavailable as they are scheduled to be reconstructed in 2023.

Touch the Truck is Back!

Touch the Truck is back on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 from 4-7 pm at our Public Services yard at 2490 Keeley Road. Bring the whole family to this fun, free event featuring a BBQ, kids activities and lots of big trucks and equipment from South Frontenac Fire & Rescue, the Public Services Department, Frontenac OPP, and Frontenac Paramedic Services! This year’s event will be a quiet event to make it inclusive for all. Donations of food items or cash for the BBQ will be collected to help stuff-the-truck in support of the Southern Frontenac Community Services food bank. For more information email recsupport@southfrontenac.net or call 613-376-3027 ext. 4447.

Summer Program Registration

We’ve had an overwhelming response to our Day Camp registration! Some spots may still be available, visit www.southfrontenac.net for more information or to add your child to the waiting list. We’ve made the difficult decision to postpone swim lesson registration indefinitely due to staffing and recruitment challenges. We will continue to try to recruit qualified instructors and if we can obtain staff, we will open registration later in the spring. Day camps will have lifeguards on staff so day camp will still have free and recreational swim time.

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Sale of Land by Public Tender

Take notice that the Township will be having a sale of land by public tender on April 27, 2023. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or see the ad in this week’s Frontenac News. You can also purchase a tender package at our 4432 George Street office for $10.00 + HST.

Job Opportunities

• Facilities Technologist: #23-07-PS

• Summer Students: We’re hiring summer students and have extended the deadline for several positions including lifeguards and swim instructors. We’ll reimburse successful candidates for swim certifications. For details on all current open positions including salary and job descriptions, see www.southfrontenac.net/careers/.

Bids and Tenders

• RFQ-PS-2023-01 – Request for Quotation for Vendor of Record for Rented Equipment

• RFQ-PS-2023-02 – Request for Quotation for Vendor of Record for Aggregate Materials

• RFQ-PS-2023-03 – Request for Quotation for Vendor of Record for Contractor Trades for Township Facilities Official forms can be downloaded from www.biddingo.com/southfrontenac. Please email your quotation to kbolton@ southfrontenac.net with the RFQ name and number in the subject line by April 19 at 1 pm. See our Tenders page on our website for full details.

Upcoming Meetings

• April 13, 2023 – Committee of Adjustment, 6 pm

• April 18, 2023 – Council, 7 pm

Planning Applications & Public Meetings

Council and the Committee of Adjustment hold regular public meetings to review planning applications and to invite public input. Please see the Current Planning Applications page on our website under Open for Business for a list of applications scheduled for a public meeting or in the public review period.

How to Participate

Public meetings take place in person or on Zoom (computer and telephone) and streamed live on our Facebook page @ SouthFrontenacTwp. Go to the Events Calendar on our website for the link to register. If you want to attend the meeting in person, please email jthompson@southfrontenac.net before noon on the day of the meeting to confirm if space is available.

Private Lane Upgrade Assistance Program Now Open Applications are now being accepted for our Private Lane Upgrade Assistance Program. Residents can apply for a grant to upgrade their private lane to improve access for emergency vehicles. Please see www.southfrontenac.net/privatelaneupgrade/ for eligibility requirements and to apply.

Household Hazardous Waste Depot Summer Hours

The Household Hazardous Waste Depot has now returned to summer hours. The depot will be open every Thursday at 2491 Keeley Road from 3-8 pm. A full list of accepted materials can be found on our website.

Pitch-In Week April 21-27

This will be the eleventh year South Frontenac has participated in Pitch-In Week where we encourage residents to help clean up roadsides. After an extremely windy winter and spring, there seems to be more than the normal share of unwanted litter so grab your picker sticks and let’s go! Pitch-In bags will be available as of April 10 at Township offices and stores that sell bag tags. Full bags will be collected on your regular collection day the week of April 24. No bag tag is required for pitch-in bags. As always, be road wise, be visible, be careful and call the Township for any assistance. Thanks for helping to keep South Frontenac beautiful!

Dig Safe Month

April is Dig Safe month. Did you know there is a service called Ontario One Call that acts as a link between buried infrastructure owners and homeowners who are planning to dig? If you are planting a tree, building a fence or a deck, digging a new garden, or doing any project involving digging, request a site locate least 5 days ahead of time by using their web portal at ontariononecall.ca or by calling 1-800-400-2255. It’s Free. It’s Easy. It’s the Law!

Official Plan Open Houses

Tuesday, April 25, 2023 - 7:00 pm (In Person)

Verona Lions Hall, 4504 Sand Road, Verona

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 7:00 pm (In Person)

Storrington Centre, 3910 Battersea Road, Sunbury

Tuesday, May 30, 2023 - 7 pm (Virtual and In Person)

Statutory Public Meeting, South Frontenac Council Chambers, 4432 George St, Sydenham

After Long Consultation Period, KFPL Tweaks Rural Hours

The Kingston Frontenac Public Library (KFPL) has been working on fine tuning its rural branch hours since the fall of 2021, all leading to a set of changes that will come into effect on May 1st.

Feedback was gathered through a community survey in the fall of 2021, and the library facilities plan, and visitor and borrowing data, were also considered.

Following the review, KFPL held public open house events at each location where changes to hours were recommended. Feedback could be shared by email or phone with Kimberly Sutherland Mills, Director of Service Design and Delivery.

With feedback from the community, the library board approved the final recommendations in February 2023, with changes identified for nine of KFPL’s Frontenac County branches.

“Some of the feedback that we received surprised us, and caused us to make different changes than we originally envisioned,” said Sutherland Mills in a telephone interview.

Among the messages that came across from library users was that many of them did not appreciate some of the split hour service

SF Council Cont from p11 sulting

There are some long standing issues regarding the Portland Waste site near Verona, which the largest in the township. However, initial data from test wells drilled in 2021 at the edge of the site indicate those issues are manageable, and it appears that the site will be able to continue accepting waste well into the future. The capacity of the site, as reported by Stephanie Reeder, senior engineer with Cambium, is 43 years.

in rural branches such as Hartington, where the Monday and Wednesday hours are currently 1pm-5pm and 6pm-8pm.

“We heard loud and clear that people wanted to be able to stop at the branch on their way home, which is between 5pm and 6pm, so that was one of the changes that we made,” said Kimberly-Mills. The new Hartington hours, on Mondays and Wednesdays, will be 1pm-6pm. (see complete hours below)

“We also heard in Sydenham that people did not like the fact that the branch was not open on Wednesdays, so it will now be open 6 days a week,” she said.

In Central Frontenac there was some shuffling of hours between the Mountain Grove and Sharbot Lake branches, but the total number of library hours in Central Frontenac branches is unchanged.

In fact, the total number of branch hours throughout Frontenac County have been maintained through the process, maintaining library services as library use continues to recover after slipping during the COVID period.

The KFPL has greatly enhanced its digital offerings before and during the COVID, en-

There have been groundwater impacts in the vicinity of the Loughborough site, leading the township to purchase land and water rights. If all goes well, the site will be able to accept waste for up to 18 years, but at this time the approval is only for another two years.

In her presentation, Reeder talked about the smaller sites in the township as well, and about closure plans. All in all, the township remains in good standing with the Ministry of the Environment, the approval authority for all waste sites.

The overall landfill capacity of the town-

hancing the service for people who have fast and reliable Internet, which can be a challenge in rural areas and others who cannot afford internet services.

“We have heard from our rural patrons that internet service can be a real challenge, and that is one of the reasons why we keep our Wifi open 24 hours a day, at all of our rural branches. People can park next to the branch to receive and send email, or download library materials, at any time.”

The new branch hours are as follows.

Frontenac County hours starting May 1, 2023

arden: (No changes) Tuesday – 2pm – 6pm, Thursday 5pm - 8pm, Saturday, 10am - 1pm.

Cloyne: Tuesday 10am–2pm, Wednesday 4pm–7pm, Friday 12pm – 4pm, Saturday 10am–pm.

Hartington: Monday 1pm – 6pm, Wednesday 1pm – 6pm, Saturday 9am –2pm

Mountain Grove: Wednesday 5pm – 7pm, Friday 9am – to 11am, Saturday 1pm – 3pm.

Parham: Tuesday 4pm – 6pm, Thursday 5pm – 7pm, Saturday 10am – 2pm

ship is 24 years at this time. If the land that was purchased by the township adjacent to the Loughborough site, and the work that is being done at the site ends up extending the life of the site, the overall capacity would go up to 30 years.

Mayor Vandewal said that he appreciates the relationship the township has developed with Cambium, and thanked Reeder for her report, which was presented in person for the first time in 3 years, due to COVID.

Inflation hits road marking costs

Council approved a staff proposal to

Plevna Tuesday 2pm – 6pm, Thursday 2pm – 6pm, Friday 10am – 1pm, Saturday 10am – 1pm.

Sharbot Lake: Tuesday 2pm – 7pm, Wednesday, 11am – 3pm, Thursday 2pm – 7pm, Friday 1pm – 5pm Saturday 9am – 2pm

Storrington: Tuesday 1pm – 6pm, Thursday 1pm – 6pm, Saturday 9am –2pm.

Sydenham: Monday 10am – 3pm, Tuesday 2pm – 7pm, Wednesday 10am –3pm, Thursday 2pm – 7pm, Friday 10am – 3pm, Saturday 9am – 5pm. ■

sign a road marking contract to Provincial Road Markings Incorporated, for the next 5 years. The price per year, which was the lowest of 5 tenders, is more than double the amount that was paid in the 20192022 contract, and $82,000 over what was budgeted for this year, but as staff reported, inflation and other circumstances have had a huge impact on the industry. In order to save $25,000 from the tender price, some lesser roads will no longer have centre lines painted on them. The contract will still be $58,000 over budget for 2023. ■